South Minneapolis Street Barricades for Traffic Calming
Temporary street barricades are erected in South Minneapolis, Minnesota, as a measure to calm traffic. The "ICE OUT" signage suggests a connection to protests or activism related to the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency, possibly in response to federal operations in the city. These makeshift barriers were likely installed to reroute or slow vehicles, potentially to prevent erratic driving or to create a safer environment during periods of heightened activity or public demonstration.
Photo taken in January 2026. © 2026 Chad Davis